APSDA Awards Gala Dinner 2023 Shines a Spotlight on Excellence in Interior Design in Asia Pacific Regions 

The APSDA Awards Gala Dinner 2023, a prestigious biennial event celebrating the elites of the interior design profession in the Asia Pacific region, took centre stage at the KLCC Convention Centre on October 28, 2023. This enchanting evening brought together elite personalities and showcased the finest projects that epitomize excellence and innovation in interior design. It is a milestone achievement for any Interior Designers to be recognized and their projects to be showcased internationally.

The APSDA Awards, organized by the Asia-Pacific Space Designers Association (APSDA), are renowned for recognizing the outstanding contributions and achievements of designers, architects, and design firms in the field of interior design. The Gala Dinner, held biennially, serves as a platform for these creative visionaries to shine and for the broader community to celebrate their remarkable work.

The goals of the awards consist of three main objectives:

• Recognizingand honouring the most distinguished interior architects / designers in Asia Pacific on a biennial basis;
• Showcasingthe best of Asia Pacific’s Designed Spaces;
• Promotingprofessional standards among the interior design 

During the award ceremony, the spotlight was on remarkable individuals and projects that have redefined the boundaries of interior design honouring those whose boundless creativity, unwavering commitment, and extensive experience have driven unparalleled success in today's challenging creative climate. The winners and their projects demonstrated a profound commitment to innovation and creativity.

The Award is divided into 2 categories, consisting of the “Project of the Year” and the “Personality of the Year” .

Project of the Year: This category seeks exceptional works that stand as testaments to originality, functionality, spatial planning, and aesthetics. APSDA Awards 2023 celebrates projects that push the boundaries of imagination, while seamlessly integrating practicality and innovation. These exceptional creations captivate the senses, making a lasting impact on those who experience them.

Personality of the Year: Celebrating inspirational leadership, industry recognition, and influence, APSDA Awards 2023 recognizes visionaries who have left an indelible mark on the design community. Their outstanding contributions have garnered widespread acclaim and propelled positive changes within the industry. Additionally, acknowledging their commitment to maintaining the highest quality of content, inspiring others to reach new heights of creativity and professionalism.

Both main categories have sub-categories to further cover various talent sections within the specific category.

• ‘Projectof the Year’ Category (eight sub-categories)

· ‘Project of the Year’ Category (eight sub-categories)

· ‘Personality of the Year’ Category (four sub-categories)

The awards are given solely on merit and are awarded to commend those most deserving for their ingenuity and hard work, distinguishing them from their competitors and proving them worthy of recognition. The judging team will consist of distinguished design practitioners and educators from Asia and beyond.

Winner List

Category Project of the Year

Entertainment & Leisure

· Gold – WHITE MOUNTAIN CLUB HOUSE by KRIS LIN INTERNATIONAL DESIGN, China

· Silver – HUMANSA by PANORAMA DESIGN GROUP, Hong Kong

· Bronze - NEOBIO MUSEUM: A MULTI-DIMENSIONAL JOURNEY OF DISCOVERY INTO THE WORLD OF NATURE by KR+D, Singapore

· Honorary Mention – THE PEBBLE CLUBHOUSE by CHAT FORES DESIGN STUDIO, Philippines

Exhibition

· Gold – LOUIS VUITTON SAVOIR FAIRE by INDONESIA by KEZIA KARIN STUDIO, Indonesia

· Silver – DEKTON & COSENTINO PAVILION by KRIS LIN INTERNATIONAL DESIGN, China

· Bronze – POWER 8 LIGHTING SHOWROOM by SANJ DESIGN STUDIO, China

· Honorary Mention – WEAVING THE PICTURES AT BUMRUNGNUKULKIT by PROCESS INTERIOR PLANNER CO., LTD., Thailand

· Honorary Mention – COLOR OF THE WIND by SOL STYLE, Japan

        

Food & Beverage

· Gold – BIRCH FOREST by KRIS LIN INTERNATIONAL DESIGN, China

· Silver – Y-CLUB by SANJ DESIGN STUDIO, China

· Bronze – ZERO – THE RESTAURANT by STUDIO A + S, India

· Honorary Mention – VINTAGE ASIA by SHRUTI GUPTA AND ASSOCIATES, India

· Honorary Mention – ETOILE AT EQ by BLU WATER DESIGN SDN BHD, Malaysia

· Honorary Mention – MAHANAKHON EATERY by INTERIOR ARCHITECT 49, Thailand

· Honorary Mention – SẾP by PANORAMA DESIGN GROUP, Hong Kong

Hospitality

· Gold – 柏乐朗酒店PARALLOGE HOTEL by GUANGZHOU UNIARCH DECORATION DESIGN CO., LTD., China

· Silver – THE APURVA, KEMPINSKI by TRIVIUM DESIGN GROUP, Indonesia

· Bronze – AMARI KUALA LUMPUR by BLU WATER DESIGN SDN BHD, Malaysia

· Honorary Mention – CAPRI BY FRASER, BUKIT BINTANG by BLU WATER DESIGN SDN BHD, Malaysia

· Honorary Mention – AMARI SPICE PENANG by BLU WATER DESIGN SDN BHD, Malaysia

· Honorary Mention – GRANDE CENTRE POINT SPACE PATTAYA by INTERIOR VISIONS, Thailand

Public

· Gold – FORKID’S CLUB by PANORAMA DESIGN GROUP, Hong Kong

· Silver – DANCING RIBBON by KRIS LIN INTERNATIONAL DESIGN, China

· Bronze – SKYMERIDIEN RESIDENCE by CHI DESIGN SDN BHD, Malaysia

· Honorary Mention – STONYHURST INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL PENANG by INNOVATIVE SPACE DIMENSION SDN BHD, Malaysia 

· Honorary Mention – RUNXI TOWERS by MASON STUDIO, Canada

Residential

· Silver – SLEEK SPLENDOUR by BOX DESIGN STUDIO, Malaysia

· Bronze – A PRIVATE RESIDENTIAL – JAKARTA, INDONESIA by KEZIA KARIN STUDIO, Indonesia

· Honorary Mention – JONETSU – A HILLSIDE HOME WITH A VIEW OF ANDAMAN SEA by INNERBELLE DESIGN, Malaysia

· Honorary Mention – THE ELEMENT by BOX DESIGN STUDIO, Malaysia

Retail

· Gold – READING MI by PANORAMA DESIGN GROUP, Hong Kong

· Silver – GRID by SPARK, Singapore

· Bronze – GELÉE DE FRUITS by PHENOMENA, Japan

· Honorary Mention – WALTZ “THE GALLERIA” by DOT LINE PLANE COMPANY LIMITED, Thailand

· Honorary Mention – SETIA CITY MALL PHASE 2 by BLU WATER DESIGN SDN BHD, Malaysia

Workspace

· Gold – STREAM OFFICE by KRIS LIN INTERNATIONAL DESIGN, China

· Silver – GUOHUA FINANCIAL CENTER by KRIS LIN INTERNATIONAL DESIGN, China

· Bronze – SOCO WORK by PBM, Thailand

· Honorary Mention – 49 HUB WAREHOUSE 116_IA49 HEAD OFFICE by INTERIOR ARCHITECTS 49, Thailand 

· Honorary Mention – THE SUAVE, HANNOVER RE by BOX DESIGN STUDIO, Malaysia

· Honorary Mention – IGNITE BY ONDEMAND by PAPERSPACE (THAILAND) CO, LTD., Thailand

Category Personality of the Year

· Designer of the Year – HORACE PAN from PANORAMA DESIGN GROUP, Hong Kong

· Young Designer of the Year – KEZIA KARIN from KEZIA KARIN STUDIO, Indonesia

· Design Educator of the Year – NUTTINEE KARNCHANAPORN, PH.D., SFHEA from SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN KING MONGKUT'S UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY THONBURI (KMUTT), Thailand

· Design Journalist of the Year – PEGGY LUI from MERCI MAGAZINE, Hong Kong

We extend our heartfelt thanks to our esteemed panel of judges, whose dedication and expertise in the field of interior design have been invaluable. These judges played a crucial role in meticulously evaluating our nominees, ensuring that the APSDA Awards 2023 recognized the highest standards of creativity and innovation. Their unwavering commitment to excellence and their discerning eye for design have elevated the industry and inspired us all. We are profoundly grateful for their continued support and contributions to our mission of celebrating outstanding interior design in the Asia Pacific regions.

Judges List

· Chief Judge – Prof. Keat Ong from Singapore

Category Project of the Year Judges

· Desmond Freeman from Australia

· Lyndon Neri from Shanghai, China

· Dean D’Cruz from India

· Diana Nazir from Indonesia

· Daisuke Nagatomo from Japan

· Koji Sakai from Japan

· Makoto Tanijiri from Japan

· Jooyun Kim from South Korea

· Carlos Marreiros from Macao

· IDr Mohamad Faisal Bin Ghazali from Malaysia

IDr Ooi Boon Seong from Malaysia

· Peter Tay from Singapore

· Steve Leung from Hong Kong

· Curtis Kung from Taiwan

Mesa Nopakun from Thailand

Category Personality of the Year Judges

· Wesley Liu from Hong Kong

· Ar. Jabeen Zacharias from India

· Rohadi Sumardi from Indonesia

· Hiroyuki Niwa from Japan

· Hyunie Cho from South Korea

· Fu Jun from Macao

· Ar. IDr Chris Yap Seng Chye from Malaysia

· IDr Leong Ta Wah from Malaysia

· Bindra Kachhapati Pradhan from Nepal

· IDr Lilia De Jesus from Philippine

· Emil Chao from Taiwan

· Montip Lynn Assoratgoon from Thailand

· Vachira Thanmathikom from Thailand

APSDA Awards Gala Dinner 2023 would not have been possible without the generous support of our sponsors, whos commitment to excellence mirrors our own. We would like to extend our gratitude to our Gold Sponsors, Genteel Home and Jiangsu Pivot New Decorative Materials Co., Ltd. Their support was instrumental in making this evening truly remarkable. 

We also extend our appreciation to our Bespoke Interior Builder Sponsor, Armarior, Luxx NewHouse, our Official Trophy Sponsor for the category Personality of the Year. We would also like to acknowledge our Support Sponsors, Phillip Jeffries, And Aoyama Design Forum. These sponsors' contributions added an extra layer of prestige to this grand event.

Professor Keat Ong's opening remarks emphasized APSDA's standing as the premier platform for recognizing outstanding achievements in the Asia-Pacific Region. He underscored the significance of this platform by expressing his gratitude to the Philippine Institute of Interior Designers (PIID) for hosting the Awards launch in Manila this past April, highlighting the importance of collaborative efforts in bringing this prestigious event to fruition. 

Moreover, Professor Ong acknowledged the essential role played by the distinguished jury members who dedicated their time and expertise to carefully evaluate the submissions. Their collective wisdom and experience, drawn from different countries, played a crucial part in upholding the high standards of these awards. 

To convey the significance of good design, Professor Ong borrowed the quote from Dr. Ralf Speth, "If you think good design is expensive, you should look at the cost of bad designs." This statement emphasizes the long-term value and impact of well-executed design, which can ultimately save time and resources in contrast to subpar alternatives. 

In closing, the APSDA Awards Gala Dinner 2023 was an extraordinary celebration of design excellence. We extend our gratitude to our judges, sponsors, and the entire interior design community for making this event a resounding success. As we move forward, we remain committed to fostering creativity and innovation in the industry. Thank you for being a part of this remarkable evening, and we look forward to continued inspiration and achievements in the world of interior design. 

To learn more about APSDA as well as the awards, please visit the Asia-Pacific Space designers Association Website https://apsda.org/